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18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Bonheur Du Jour Table

$5,500
£4,186.88
€4,786.49
CA$7,738.57
A$8,464.73
CHF 4,456.91
MX$101,060.22
NOK 56,803.95
SEK 51,962.06
DKK 35,750.15

About the Item

An 18th Century French Louis XVI bonheur du jour ("happiness of the day") side table finely crafted with intricate marquetry of mahogany, kingwood and rosewood with slender cabriole legs and bronze sabots. This dainty French writing desk or ladies table, featuring a raised back cabinet for storing writing supplies or toiletries, plus a small surface with two dovetailed drawers beneath. Known for exquisite marquetry, and ormolu details these tables served as both functional furniture and decorative art for aristocratic ladies, blending practicality with high art. Highly decorative, compact, light and graceful, designed to be moved around a room. Working lock and key and original cast bronze hardware. In very good condition for a 250 year old antique. Minor replaced veneer. French Polish Finish. Circa 1760-1780 Overall dimensions: 40.5"H x 20"W x 14"D Tabletop: 29"H Shipping and Handling via Parcel. $250.- Contact us for a competitive shipping quotation. Please refer to photos for more details. Pictures are part of the description.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760-1780
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Please read the descriptions. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Winter Park, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 831651stDibs: LU848648082002

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